Kiké Hernández (born August 24, 1991) is a Puerto Rican utility player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, renowned for his defensive versatility—having played every position except catcher—and his remarkable tendency to elevate his performance in the postseason. Drafted by the Houston Astros in the sixth round of the 2009 MLB draft, he made his major league debut on July 1, 2014, and has also suited up for the Miami Marlins and Boston Red Sox. Hernández has been a key contributor to the Dodgers' World Series championship runs in 2020, 2024, and 2025, cementing his reputation as a clutch playoff performer. Growing up in Puerto Rico as the son of a Pittsburgh Pirates scout and a Cuban mother, he attended the American Military Academy and played in international youth tournaments. A memorable 2015 season saw him lead all MLB hitters in batting average against left-handers (.423), while also gaining fame for his quirky habit of wearing a banana suit in the dugout. His career path includes a grand slam for the Marlins in 2014 and a December 2014 trade to the Dodgers, where he became a beloved fan favorite.